Fethiye: Pamukkale Hot Spring & Hierapolis Small-Group Tour

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Activity provider:TOURMANIA
Fethiye: Pamukkale Hot Spring & Hierapolis Small-Group Tour
4.6349206 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.6349206 out of 5 stars
63 reviews
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Discover the “Cotton Castles” of Pamukkale and the well-preserved ruins of the Greek-Roman city of Hierapolis on a full-day tour from Fethiye. Experience the limpid pools and travertine terraces of Pamukkale, and see the amphitheater at Hierapolis.

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Duration 12 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Russian
Pickup included
Your hotel in Fethiye.

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Umut – United Kingdom

your guide was very fun and informative, especially if you like history. More than enough breaks during the long trip. He gave enough time for us to enjoy and explore on our own once we arrived. The lunch provided on the way back was lovely.

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Jo – United Kingdom

The 'curly one' (the guide) and his driver were fabulous. The bus was the most comfortable we've experienced on our tours and travels and in very safe hands of our driver. The 'curly one' clearly loves his job, was entertaining, ensured we had a great day and broaded our knowledge of Turkish history. Very well organised trip. Excellent breakfast and lunch. I was a little disappointed that the Pammukale pools are only partially covered in water nowadays but the park was beautiful and interesting.

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Highlights

  • See the travertine terraces of Pamukkale
  • Explore the ruins of the ancient city of Hierapolis
  • Experience the hot springs and limpid pools of the Cotton Castles
  • Discover Cleopatra's bathing pool
  • Go to the Necropoilis of Anatolia

Full description

Explore the unique travertine terraces of Pamukkale (literally “Cotton Castles” in Turkish), and enjoy a full-day trip to one of Turkey’s most popular attractions.

Depart Fethiyefrom Oludeniz and transfer by air-conditioned coach to Pamukkale, known as the “8th Wonder of the World” to those in the know. Explore the natural landscape of clear water pools, hot springs, and travertine, terraces of carbonate minerals left by flowing water. Inscribed by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 1988, Pamukkale attracts some 2 million visitors yearly. View the terraces from the hills on the opposite side of the valley in the town of Denizli.

Then, go to the ruins of the ancient Greek-Roman city of Hierapolis, built on top of the “Cotton Castles” in the 2nd century BC. See the remains of the Roman amphitheater, and visit the former Turkish Bath, now converted into an archaeological museum.

Discover where Cleopatra used to swim, and the monumental tomb of the Christian apostle St. Philippe. Marvel at the Necropolis of Anatolia, filled with sarcophagi, most notably that of Marcus Aurelius Ammianos. If time permits, your tour will also include a trip to a gemstone factory.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation by air-conditioned bus
  • Guide
  • Lunch
  • Drinks
  • Entrance fee for Pamukkale & Hierapolis (30 EUR)
  • Entrance fee for Cleopatra Pool (15 EUR)

Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel

Know before you go

  • The distance between Fethiye and Pamukkale is around 200km. Please be aware that there is a long drive to reach the tour destination.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 63 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Umut – United KingdomJune 4, 2025 – Verified booking
your guide was very fun and informative, especially if you like history. More than enough breaks during the long trip. He gave enough time for us to enjoy and explore on our own once we arrived. The lunch provided on the way back was lovely.

Response from provider

June 5, 2025

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found the guide both fun and informative—especially for history lovers. It's great to know the pacing, breaks, and free time were just right, and that you enjoyed the lunch on the way back. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!

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Jo – United KingdomOctober 26, 2024 – Verified booking
The 'curly one' (the guide) and his driver were fabulous. The bus was the most comfortable we've experienced on our tours and travels and in very safe hands of our driver. The 'curly one' clearly loves his job, was entertaining, ensured we had a great day and broaded our knowledge of Turkish history. Very well organised trip. Excellent breakfast and lunch. I was a little disappointed that the Pammukale pools are only partially covered in water nowadays but the park was beautiful and interesting.
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Muzzammil – United KingdomOctober 9, 2024 – Verified booking
This was the best day trip ever! The guide Yalcin was very knowledgeable about Pemukkale, Hierapolis and Türkiye’s history as a whole. His passion for Turkish history could be seen by the expressions from his face and the jokes and laughter he created. Yalcin gave fun facts about Turkish history and how it relates to present day, something I never would have known before meeting him. He made it a very fun and memorable day and gave us as much time as he could to be able to visit the whole site. It was a long 12-14 hour day but so worth it. Breakfast and lunch was included in the pricing and was very tasty. The driver was also amazing, having the energy and willpower to drive non stop for 3/4 hours each trip. I am so glad I attended this day trip and for sure, I would do it again in the future. I highly recommend this company for this day trip, you will not be disappointed!

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Activity provider:TOURMANIA

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